AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.
Hyatt Hotels, founded in 1957, runs the World of Hyatt rewards program, which has the most attractive award chart and deeply coveted top-tier elite status among the various hotel loyalty programs. Combine these with excellent co-branded credit cards and reasonable award redemptions and it's little wonder that World of Hyatt is popular with points and miles enthusiasts.
Stays at Hyatt hotels earn members points and rewards that they can redeem for free nights and benefits. And stays also can earn successive awards throughout the year, awarded at intervals in the Milestone Rewards program. These are in addition to earning elite status from your stays. Whether you are looking for a higher level of service or want to upgrade your hotel experience, the World of Hyatt program is a top choice.
However, staying at hotels isn’t the only way you can earn Hyatt points. You can also earn points by spending on Hyatt credit cards, hosting meetings and events, or flying with select airlines.
This guide will cover how to earn and redeem Hyatt points, plus information and strategies for making the most of the World of Hyatt rewards program. As a loyalty program, we rank it the most valuable hotel points program for award travel fans. Personally, I've used my Hyatt points to create lasting memories for myself and my family around the world. Let's dig in.
Page Contents
- How To Join the World of Hyatt Rewards Program
- Why Track Your Hyatt Rewards With AwardWallet?
- World of Hyatt Hotels: Brands and Properties
- World of Hyatt Hotels by Brand
- Best Ways To Earn Hyatt Rewards
- Best Ways To Redeem World of Hyatt Points
- Redeeming World of Hyatt Free Nights
- How To Achieve World of Hyatt Elite Status
- Other World of Hyatt Rules and Policies
- Final Thoughts
- FAQ
- Do World of Hyatt points expire?
- Which credit cards earn World of Hyatt points?
- How do I join World of Hyatt?
- How many World of Hyatt points does it cost for a free night?
- Can you book stays for friends and family?
- Can Hyatt points be transferred to others?
- Do you still receive elite benefits when booking through a third party?
- How do I find my World of Hyatt membership number?
- How do I contact World of Hyatt?
How To Join the World of Hyatt Rewards Program
The World of Hyatt program is free to join and open to anyone over 18 years old.
You can create a World of Hyatt account using this link. Once you've entered your information, you'll be assigned a membership number. Write that down and head to AwardWallet to track your World of Hyatt account with all your other loyalty programs.
With your new Hyatt login, you can view upcoming reservations, member benefits, and book travel using cash, points, or free night certificates you've earned from The World of Hyatt Credit Card or other promotions.
Why Track Your Hyatt Rewards With AwardWallet?
AwardWallet is an excellent tool for keeping track of the most important details of your loyalty programs. With World of Hyatt, AwardWallet can track your reservations, points balance, elite status, and additional benefits attached to your account — like free nights and upgrade certificates.
We'll send you email reminders if any of your valuable benefits expire soon. You also can use AwardWallet to log in with one click instead of entering your World of Hyatt login at hyatt.com.
AwardWallet Plus members can also see the history of points earned and redeemed, progress toward the next tier of elite status, and the individual expiration dates for all your free nights and upgrades.
To track your Hyatt rewards and other account information, just add your World of Hyatt login using this link.
You can track over 700 loyalty programs with AwardWallet. To add a different program, log into AwardWallet through a web browser or the AwardWallet app (iOS, Android). Then, click the “Add Award Program to Track” button and type in the program's name.
Related: How To Track Your Rewards Using AwardWallet
World of Hyatt Hotels: Brands and Properties
With the recent additions of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, AMR Collection resorts, Lindner Hotels, and certain Dream Hotels, World of Hyatt now has 29 different hotel brands in its portfolio.
The hotels range from boutique chains with a handful of properties (like Thompson Hotels) to Hyatt Regency, which is Hyatt's global full-service standard. You can find Hyatt's abundant limited-service Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands all over the United States and near airports in multiple countries. Some newer brands, like Caption by Hyatt, blend full service and limited service, but even these are relatively upscale.
Park Hyatt is the flagship luxury brand in the portfolio, and this is complemented by other wellness and lifestyle brands such as Miraval and Andaz. You can find more variety in independent brands, such as the Hyatt Unbound Collection.
World of Hyatt has about 1,600 properties in over 70 countries around the globe (with more being added through the recent Mr. and Mrs. Smith acquisition).
This is less coverage than other major brands. IHG One Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, and Wyndham Rewards all boast over 5,000 hotels globally. However, World of Hyatt offers decent coverage in major cities around the world, as well as resort properties in many excellent destinations.
Also, Hyatt expanded its all-inclusive portfolio with its acquisition of Apple Leisure Group. Using your points in more places increases your World of Hyatt points value, as you can redeem them in more locations.
World of Hyatt Hotels by Brand
| Brand | Hotels |
|---|---|
| Alila | 17 |
| Andaz | 29 |
| Caption by Hyatt | 3 |
| Destination by Hyatt | 21 |
| Dream Hotels | 4 |
| Grand Hyatt | 67 |
| Hyatt Centric | 55 |
| Hyatt House | 137 |
| Hyatt Place | 434 |
| Hyatt Regency | 239 |
| JdV by Hyatt | 45 |
| Miraval | 3 |
| Park Hyatt | 46 |
| Thompson | 22 |
| Unbound Collection | 41 |
| UrCove | 43 |
| All-Inclusive Resorts | 128 |
| Hyatt Vacation Club | 21 |
| Mr & Mrs Smith | 715 |
The Hyatt and MGM partnership ended in July of 2023. Thus, MGM properties are no longer options for earning or redeeming Hyatt points or getting credit for hotel stays. The only casino in Las Vegas bookable with Hyatt points is currently the Rio Las Vegas, with a major update ongoing.
Best Ways To Earn Hyatt Rewards
Stay at Hyatt hotels
The most straightforward way to earn Hyatt rewards points is by staying at Hyatt properties and adding your World of Hyatt loyalty number to the reservation. You earn 5 Hyatt rewards points per dollar spent (before taxes) on room rate and most other charges, excluding alcohol. In addition, elite members enjoy 10%, 20%, or 30% earning bonuses, depending on their status level.
- Member: 5 base points per dollar
- Discoverist: 5.5 base points per dollar (10% bonus)
- Explorist: 6 base points per dollar (20% bonus)
- Globalist: 6.5 base points per dollar (30% bonus)
Here's an example from one of my Hyatt stays: The nightly rate was $154 before taxes, $203.50 after taxes, and parking (parking is free for Globalists and for other members on points/award stays). I am a Hyatt Globalist member and paid with my World of Hyatt Card. I earned the following points:
- 5x base points on $154 = 770 points
- 30% bonus points as a Globalist member = 231 bonus points
- 4x points on $203.50 using my World of Hyatt Card = 814 points
The total haul from the stay: 1,815 points. According to AwardWallet members' redemptions, these are worth, on average, 2.19¢ each. This provides a pretty good return for the stay.
Earn points with a World of Hyatt credit card
Following the release of a small business credit card in late 2021, Chase now offers two Hyatt co-branded credit cards.
The World of Hyatt Credit Card is one of the best all-around hotel cards. It can easily pay for its modest $95 annual fee with benefits like an annual Category 1–4 free night, complimentary Discoverist status, and the ability to spend your way to higher levels of elite status.
- Earn up to 60,000 Bonus Points. Earn 30,000 Bonus Points after you spend $3,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. Plus, up to 30,000 more Bonus Points by earning 2 Bonus Points total per $1 spent in the first 6 months from account opening on purchases that normally earn 1 Bonus Point, on up to $15,000 spent.
- Enjoy complimentary World of Hyatt Discoverist status for as long as your account is open.
- Get 1 free night each year after your Cardmember anniversary at any Category 1-4 Hyatt hotel or resort
- Receive 5 tier qualifying night credits towards status after account opening, and each year after that for as long as your account is open
- Earn an extra free night at any Category 1-4 Hyatt hotel if you spend $15,000 in a calendar year
- Earn 2 qualifying night credits towards tier status every time you spend $5,000 on your card
- Earn up to 9 points total for Hyatt stays - 4 Bonus Points per $1 spent on qualified purchases at Hyatt hotels & up to 5 Base Points per $1 from Hyatt as a World of Hyatt member
- Earn 2 Bonus Points per $1 spent at restaurants, on airline tickets purchased directly from the airlines, on local transit and commuting and on fitness club and gym memberships
- Member FDIC
- Rates & Fees
- Up to 9X points total per $1 spent at Hyatt - 4X points per $1 when you use your card at Hyatt hotels & 5X points per $1 you can earn as a World of Hyatt member
- 2X points per $1 spent at restaurants, on airlines tickets purchased directly from the airlines, on local transit and commuting and on fitness club and gym memberships
- 1X point per $1 everywhere else
The benefits of the World of Hyatt Card include:
- 4x points at Hyatt properties and 2x points at restaurants, on airline tickets purchased directly from the airlines, on local transit and commuting, and on fitness club and gym memberships
- Annual Category 1–4 free night on your account anniversary
- Ability to earn a second Category 1–4 free night after spending $15,000 on your card during your cardmember year
- Complimentary World of Hyatt Discoverist status
- Five elite nights each year
- Ability to earn two elite nights for every $5,000 spent on your card
- $95 annual fee
My favorite features of the card are the annual free night and the ability to earn elite night credits through spend. The free night certificate is easily worth more than the annual fee. Even better, if you spend $15,000 each year, you'll earn an additional free night, six elite-night credits, and at least 15,000 World of Hyatt points.
Check out our World of Hyatt Card review for more information.
The World of Hyatt Business Credit Card also offers entry-level Discoverist status, the ability to gift status to employees, and accelerated earning rates toward elite night credits. It doesn't offer a free night award, though — not even through spending.
- 60,000 Bonus Points plus Explorist status through 2/28/26 after you spend $7,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. Offer ends 6/30/25
- Up to 9 points total per $1 spent at Hyatt - 4 Bonus Points per $1 on qualified purchases at Hyatt hotels & up to 5 Base Points per $1 from Hyatt as a World of Hyatt member
- 2 Bonus Points per $1 spent in your top three spend categories each quarter.
- 2 Bonus Points per $1 spent on fitness club and gym memberships
- 1 Bonus Point per $1 spent on all other purchases.
- Up to $100 in Hyatt statement credits - spend $50 or more at any Hyatt property and earn $50 statement credits up to two times each anniversary year.
- 5 Tier-Qualifying night credits toward status and Milestone rewards for every $10,000 you spend in a calendar year.
- World of Hyatt Discoverist status for as long as your account is open. Plus, Discoverist status to up to five employees
- Member FDIC
- Rates & Fees
- Up to 9X total points per $1 spent at Hyatt – 4X points per $1 on qualifying purchases when you use your card at Hyatt hotels & 5X points per $1 you can earn as a World of Hyatt member
- 2X points per $1 spent on fitness club and gym memberships
- 1X point per $1 everywhere else
In addition, you'll earn 2X points per $1 spent in your top three spend categories each quarter. Eligible categories include:
- Dining
- Shipping
- Airline tickets when purchased directly with the airline
- Local transit & commuting
- Social media & search engine Advertising
- Car rental agencies
- Gas stations
- Internet, cable & phone services
Outside of the bonus, highlights include:
- Automatic World of Hyatt Discoverist elite status and the ability to give Discoverist status to up to five employees
- Earn up to $100 in Hyatt statement credits (earn a $50 statement credit when you spend $50 or more — up to 2x per anniversary year)
- Spend $50,000 in a calendar year and get 10% of your redeemed points back for the rest of the year — up to 20,000 points back per calendar year.
- Five tier-qualifying night credits for every $10,000 you spend on the card
- $199 annual fee
More details are available in our Hyatt Business Card review.
Transfer flexible rewards to World of Hyatt
World of Hyatt is the best of the three Chase Ultimate Rewards hotel transfer partners. You can convert your Ultimate Rewards points to World of Hyatt points at a 1:1 ratio, and transfers should process immediately. However, you must have an Ultimate Rewards-earning card with an annual fee — such as the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card — to transfer points.
- Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.
- Enjoy benefits such as 5x on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠, 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries, 2x on all other travel purchases, 1x on all other purchases, $50 Annual Chase Travel Hotel Credit, plus more.
- Earn up to $50 in statement credits each account anniversary year for hotel stays through Chase Travel℠
- 10% anniversary points boost - each account anniversary you'll earn bonus points equal to 10% of your total purchases made the previous year.
- Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more.
- Complimentary DashPass which unlocks $0 delivery fees & lower service fees for a min. of one year when you activate by 12/31/27. Plus, a $10 promo each month on non-restaurant orders.
- Member FDIC
- Rates & Fees
- 5X points on Lyft rides through September 2027
- 5X points on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠
- 3X points on dining at restaurants worldwide
- 3X points on eligible streaming services
- 3X points on online grocery purchases (excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs)
- 2X points on all other travel
- 1X point per dollar spent on all other purchases
Transferring Ultimate Rewards points to World of Hyatt is a decent deal. You can usually get around 1.7 cents per Hyatt point on hotel bookings. However, I generally try to stretch them to over 2.0 cents each by using Hyatt rewards when room prices are especially high. With Hyatt's most recent acquisition of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, we're observing redemption rates around 1.3-2.92 cents per Hyatt point, as this is the first Hyatt redemption option with truly variable pricing.
Another option is to transfer Bilt Rewards points to World of Hyatt. These transfers also happen 1:1, but you'll have to transfer a minimum of 2,000 points (1,000 if you're Bilt Silver, Gold, or Platinum). Transfers usually process immediately.
World of Hyatt promotions
World of Hyatt routinely runs promotions, most of which are reasonably lucrative. I rarely go out of my way to specifically take advantage of Hyatt promotions, but it's nice when they fit into my travel plans.
Promotions can vary from offering bonus points on paid stays to rebates on award prices. Sometimes, you can earn additional elite night credits. Additionally, Hyatt rewards co-branded credit cardholders with even more valuable promotions.
AwardWallet maintains a list of the best promotions across all loyalty programs, and we feature the current Hyatt promotions here. You also can check Hyatt's dedicated page, which may have offers targeted specifically to you. If you have the World of Hyatt Card, you can check Chase's quarterly spending bonus promotions and enroll here.
You'll need to register in advance to get credit for most promotions. Make sure to read the terms to ensure your stay qualifies.
Earn Hyatt points from meetings and events
As a meeting planner or event organizer, you can earn bonus points with World of Hyatt. You earn one bonus point per eligible U.S. dollar spent (up to 50,000 bonus points) for hosting a qualifying meeting or event at Hyatt. These points can be split among up to three different individuals involved in planning meetings. You also can redeem Hyatt rewards points for credit for future meetings, but the value is somewhat poor.
Check out the details on the Hyatt meetings and events page.
World of Hyatt travel partners
Hyatt has a partnership with American Airlines, through which members of both programs receive reciprocal benefits. World of Hyatt rewards elites 1 Hyatt point for every dollar spent on qualifying American Airlines flights. This is in addition to any AAdvantage® miles you earn. World of Hyatt Explorist and Globalist members are also offered a fast track to American AAdvantage elite status.
Visit this page for details on the Hyatt–American Airlines partnership and to link your accounts.
On the American Airlines side, AAdvantage elite members who link their accounts can earn 1 AAdvantage bonus mile for every dollar spent at Hyatt stays and experiences. This is in addition to Hyatt points earned.
Hyatt also partners with Avis. You can earn 500 bonus Hyatt rewards points per rental.
Buy World of Hyatt points
Hyatt allows members to purchase up to 55,000 points per year. The typical price is 2.4 cents per point. However, there are frequent promotions to buy Hyatt points at a discount. For example, a promotion in January 2023 offered a 25% discount, reducing the cost to just 1.8 cents per point. The best price we ever saw was in early 2024, briefly offering 1.54¢ per point.
From AwardWallet user data points, Hyatt point purchases typically post to your account within 13 hours.
Hyatt rewards points can easily be transferred between members. You must fill out the World of Hyatt Point combining request form and email it to worldofhyatt@hyatt.com. You also can mail it to the address provided, but who does that in the 21st century?
World of Hyatt members may only transfer or receive points once every 30 days.
Best Ways To Redeem World of Hyatt Points
With the introduction of a peak and off-peak pricing model, World of Hyatt reward nights now start as low as just 3,500 points for Category 1 properties during off-peak dates and could increase up to 45,000 points per night at Category 8 properties during peak periods. You can find the award chart below. Club rooms and suites also can be booked on points for additional points.
| Hotel Category | Standard Room | Off-Peak / Peak Price (per night) | Club (Standard Pricing) | Standard Suite (Standard Pricing) | Premium Suite (Standard Pricing) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,000 | 3,500 / 6,500 | 7,000 | 8,000 | 10,000 |
| 2 | 8,000 | 6,500 / 9,500 | 12,000 | 13,000 | 16,000 |
| 3 | 12,000 | 9,000 / 15,000 | 17,000 | 20,000 | 24,000 |
| 4 | 15,000 | 12,000 / 18,000 | 21,000 | 24,000 | 30,000 |
| 5 | 20,000 | 17,000 / 23,000 | 27,000 | 32,000 | 40,000 |
| 6 | 25,000 | 21,000 / 29,000 | 33,000 | 40,000 | 50,000 |
| 7 | 30,000 | 25,000 / 35,000 | 39,000 | 48,000 | 60,000 |
| 8 | 40,000 | 35,000 / 45,000 | 50,000 | 61,000 | 80,000 |
There is a separate award chart for all-inclusive resorts. The reward nights for the resorts start as low as just 12,000 points for Category A properties and increase up to 58,000 points per night at Category F properties during peak dates. These rates are for single or double occupancy and increase for additional guests.
| Hotel Category | Standard Room | Off-Peak / Peak Price (per night) | Club (Standard Pricing) | Standard Suite (Standard Pricing) | Premium Suite (Standard Pricing) | Additional Points per Person (After 2, Standard Pricing) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 15,000 | 12,000 / 18,000 | 21,000 | 24,000 | 30,000 | 7,500 |
| B | 20,000 | 17,000 / 23,000 | 27,000 | 32,000 | 40,000 | 10,000 |
| C | 25,000 | 21,000 / 29,000 | 33,000 | 40,000 | 50,000 | 12,500 |
| D | 30,000 | 25,000 / 35,000 | 39,000 | 48,000 | 60,000 | 15,000 |
| E | 40,000 | 35,000 / 45,000 | 50,000 | 61,000 | 80,000 | 20,000 |
| F | 50,000 | 42,000 / 58,000 | 64,000 | 80,000 | 100,000 | 25,000 |
Miraval destination resorts have their own award chart ranging, from 40,000 points per night for single occupancy in a standard room to a staggering 137,000 points per night for double occupancy in a premium suite.
| Award Type | Off-Peak (Per Night) | Standard (Per Night) | Peak (Per Night) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard room, single occupancy | 40,000 | 45,000 | 50,000 |
| Standard room, double occupancy | 57,500 | 65,000 | 72,000 |
| Standard suite, single occupancy | 65,000 | 75,000 | 85,000 |
| Standard suite, double occupancy | 82,500 | 95,000 | 107,000 |
| Premium suite, single occupancy | 95,000 | 105,000 | 115,000 |
| Premium suite, double occupancy | 112,500 | 125,000 | 137,000 |
Hyatt also offers Points + Cash rates. You pay half of the points cost and half of the going rate in cash. This usually means your points will be worth less than a full redemption. Also, resort fees are waived on free nights but not on Points + Cash bookings.
You also can use Hyatt points for room upgrades. Generally, it's a better deal to book a free night in a Club room directly, but standard suites and premium suites can be worth the upgrade price at higher-category properties.
Searching for award availability
Hyatt typically makes free nights available any time standard rooms are available at cash rates. When standard rooms aren't available, other room types can potentially be booked, such as club rooms or suites. To search for Hyatt reward nights, head to hyatt.com and select the “Use Points” checkbox when you search.
Hyatt rewards sweet spots
Hyatt has plenty of properties that offer very good value, but there are several excellent sweet spots in its portfolio. Here are a handful of popular hotels that offer great value:
- Grand Hyatt Bali (Category 2)
- Alila Ubud (Category 3)
- Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur (Category 3)
- Hyatt Regency Mexico City (Category 3)
- Park Hyatt Siem Reap (Category 4)
- Andaz Savannah (Category 4)
- Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires (Category 4)
- Park Hyatt Saigon (Category 5)
- Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa (Category 5)
- Grand Hyatt Singapore (Category 5)
- Park Hyatt Chicago (Category 6)
- Hana-Maui Resort (Category 7)
- Park Hyatt Sydney (Category 8)
Earn a free night for staying with 5 different Hyatt brands
Hyatt has a standing promotion where you can earn free nights by staying at different Hyatt brands. You'll earn a Category 1–4 free night for every five brands. You can earn a free night up to five times by staying with 29 different brands (Small Luxury Hotels stays and previous MGM partner stays do not count toward this promotion, but Mr and Mrs Smith stays do).
Only stays completed after Hyatt launched this promotion (March 1, 2017) are eligible. As hotel brands join the Hyatt portfolio, not all of them begin participating in World of Hyatt simultaneously. The hotel must be participating in the rewards program at the time of your stay to get credit.
Related: How To Earn 5 Free Night Certificates with Hyatt Brand Explorer Perk.
Hyatt annual and promotional free nights
World of Hyatt offers two types free night certificates: those that can be used at any property in Categories 1 through 4 and those valid up to Category 7. You can track your free night certificates in your Hyatt account, with the mobile app, or by checking your AwardWallet account.
Hyatt's “Pay My Way” feature allows you to book with multiple currencies (cash, points, and free night awards) in a single reservation. When booking multi-night stays, it's worth checking the points required per night; it's possible to save points if there are different rates for each night.
The free night certificate should be used on the night that requires the most points.
Other uses of World of Hyatt points
While using Hyatt points for free night awards undoubtedly offers the best value, there are several other ways to use your points. You can redeem points on-property (at participating locations) for dining and spa experiences. Points are only worth 1 cent each up to $75, then as much as 1.54 cents apiece for higher redemptions.
Another opportunity is redeeming Hyatt points for FIND experiences. Redeeming points for FIND experiences would fetch 1.4 cents per point.
Finally, you can transfer Hyatt points to airline miles and redeem Hyatt points for Avis car rentals. However, the latter is a very poor value at 6,000 points per day for an intermediate-sized car. You generally lose on transfers to airline miles as well. These are the options and rates:
Redeeming World of Hyatt Free Nights
Unlike points, where you'll need more points when staying at a hotel during peak pricing, free night awards aren't affected by Hyatt's peak and off-peak pricing. Category 1–4 free nights are valid at any hotels in those categories, regardless of the points pricing in effect. The same applies to Category 1–7 free nights.
The best uses of these awards will be Category 4 and Category 7 hotels, respectively, because it won't make sense to use an award at a $70/night Category 1 property when that award could give you a free night at a $300/night Category 4 property.
How To Achieve World of Hyatt Elite Status
World of Hyatt offers one of the strongest elite programs among the major hotel chains. There are three elite status levels:
- Discoverist
- Explorist
- Globalist
| Membership Tier | Nights | Base Points | Meetings & Events |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member | - | - | - |
| Discoverist | 10 | 25,000 | 3 |
| Explorist | 30 | 50,000 | 10 |
| Globalist | 60 | 100,000 | 20 |
| Lifetime Globalist | - | 1,000,000 Lifetime Base Points | - |
Qualifying nights include most cash rates as well as award nights. Qualifying points include base points earned on room rate and most on-property spending. You need one or the other to qualify for elite status — not both.
It's also possible to qualify for status through hosting meetings and events and travel planning. Event organizers and travel advisors, as well as Hyatt Leverage Administrators, will earn two elite nights per $5,000 in eligible spend each year. This is capped at 60 elite nights earned through this method each calendar year.
Hyatt members who earn Guest of Honor awards as a Milestone Reward, starting at 40 elite nights, will earn one elite night every time their award is used.
Status earned in a given year is valid through the end of February, two calendar years in the future.
For example, if I earn Hyatt Globalist status by September 2024, my benefits will be good through February 2026. I would need to re-qualify in 2025 if I wanted to keep my status for another year.
You can enjoy Discoverist status simply by holding the World of Hyatt Card. You can also earn two elite night credits for every $5,000 you spend on the card or five nights for every $10,000 spent on the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card. Although it requires a lot of spending, it's possible to spend your way to Globalist status without accruing any elite nights at a Hyatt hotel.
World of Hyatt status benefits
As a World of Hyatt elite member, you'll enjoy various perks, depending on your status level. These perks range from free breakfast and bonus points to significant room upgrades. Here are the benefits of World of Hyatt elite status at each level:
| Benefit | Member | Discoverist | Explorist | Globalist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Points earning | 5 base points per $1 spent | 5.5 base points per $1 spent | 6 base points per $1 spent | 6.5 base points per $1 spent |
| Earn and redeem free nights | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Access to member rates | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Resort fees waived | On free night awards | On free night awards | On free night awards | On all stays |
| Small Luxury Hotels of the World benefits | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Premium internet | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Complimentary bottled water during each stay | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Room upgrade, based on availability at check-in | Preferred room within same category | Upgraded room types including Club lounge access but not suites | Upgrades include suites | |
| Elite check-in | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Late checkout (based on availability) | 2 p.m. | 2 p.m. | 4 p.m. | |
| American Airlines AAdvantage miles bonus | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Guaranteed availability | 72 hours | 48 hours | ||
| Club access or breakfast on each stay | Yes | |||
| Free parking on free night stays | Yes | |||
| Priority access to rooms | Yes | |||
| Guest of Honor bookings | Yes |
Check out the World of Hyatt elite status terms and conditions for more details.
Hyatt Milestone Rewards
In addition to elite status tiers, travelers earn Hyatt Milestone Rewards that provide various perks when they reach specific numbers of elite nights in a calendar year. These were massively revamped in 2024. Here are the Milestone Rewards:
- 20 nights or 35,000 base points: Option of 2K Next Stay Award, 2 Club Access Awards, or $25 FIND credit
- 30 nights or 50,000 base points: 1 Category 1–4 Free Night Award and option of 2K Next Stay Award, 2 Club Access Awards, or $25 FIND credit
- 40 nights or 65,000 base points: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 5,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or $150 FIND credit
- 50 nights or 80,000 base points: Option of 5,000 bonus points, 2 Suite Upgrade Awards, or $150 FIND credit
- 60 nights or 100,000 base points: 1 Category 1–7 Free Night Award, 2 Suite Upgrade Awards, access to My Hyatt Concierge, and 2 Guest of Honor awards
- 70 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or $300 FIND credit
- 80 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or $300 FIND credit
- 90 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or $300 FIND credit
- 100 nights: 1 Category 1–7 Free Night Award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or 1 Miraval Extra Night
- 110 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or 1 Miraval Extra Night
- 120 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or 1 Miraval Extra Night
- 130 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or 1 Miraval Extra Night
- 140 nights: 1 Guest of Honor award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or 1 Miraval Extra Night
- 150 nights: 1 Unlimited Free Night Award and option of 10,000 bonus points, 1 Suite Upgrade Award, or $300 FIND credit
World of Hyatt status match opportunities
World of Hyatt has occasionally offered status match opportunities, but these only run for a limited time.
If you're an American Airlines AAdvantage elite member, you can qualify for a fast-track elite status path or an outright match. American ConciergeKey members are granted Hyatt Globalist status, while AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum members can earn World of Hyatt elite status faster.
Related: All Hotel Elite Status Match & Fast Track Opportunities
Lifetime Hyatt Globalist Status
World of Hyatt does offer a lifetime status program. Unfortunately, this is based solely on base points earned and can't be attained with stays or events. To earn Hyatt Globalist status for life, you must earn 1,000,000 base points. This is equivalent to $200,000 spent with Hyatt.
Guest of Honor bookings
One of the nicest benefits of the World of Hyatt program is the ability to make “Guest of Honor” bookings for friends and family, and this was completely re-tooled in 2024. Previously a Globalist benefit, a Guest of Honor award is granted to World of Hyatt members starting at 40 elite nights. Two more are granted at 60 elite nights, and then 70, 80, 90, 110, 120, 130, and 140 elite nights, respectively.
Through Guest of Honor, you can let others enjoy Globalist status benefits even if you're not staying with them. Once only for award stays, it's now available for paid and award stays, and you can now book these awards online. You may also apply the award to a reservation by calling Hyatt at 1 (800) 323-7249, email your concierge, or contact Hyatt Concierge's Twitter to make a Guest of Honor booking. Here is another contributor's experience as a Guest of Honor.
Other World of Hyatt Rules and Policies
Best rate guarantee
Hyatt offers a best rate guarantee, ensuring you'll find the lowest rate on its website. If you find another site with a lower rate, Hyatt will match it and either take an additional 20% off or provide you with 5,000 World of Hyatt points. You must submit a best-rate guarantee claim at hyatt.com within 24 hours of booking. Visit this page for additional information on the Hyatt best rate guarantee.
Final Thoughts
World of Hyatt is hands-down my favorite hotel loyalty program. Hyatt's elite status used to be a pipe dream, but the World of Hyatt Card has made it much more attainable through elite night credits from spending. Hyatt offers the perfect blend of an attractive award chart, quality properties, and rich elite benefits.
The only drawback to making Hyatt your primary hotel program is that it has fewer properties than its competitors. Fortunately, Hyatt has continued to expand its global footprint. That means finding a Hyatt hotel will get easier, and the World of Hyatt program will become even better.
FAQ
Do World of Hyatt points expire?
Yes. If you have no activity on your account for 24 months, your Hyatt points will expire, and your account will be closed, per Hyatt’s terms and conditions page.
Which credit cards earn World of Hyatt points?
The World of Hyatt Credit Card and World of Hyatt Business Credit Card earn Hyatt rewards points on your everyday and business purchases. You also can earn Hyatt points indirectly by using a Chase Ultimate Rewards credit card and transferring them to World of Hyatt. You can learn more about this strategy in our post on Chase transfer partners.
How do I join World of Hyatt?
World of Hyatt is free to join. You can create a Hyatt loyalty account at hyatt.com.
How many World of Hyatt points does it cost for a free night?
Award nights start at 3,500 points per night for Category 1 properties. The most expensive award nights cost up to 45,000 points per night. You can find all the prices in the Hyatt award chart.
Can you book stays for friends and family?
Yes, you can use your World of Hyatt points to book stays for friends and family. This is especially useful when you have Globalist status and can book them as a Guest of Honor.
Can Hyatt points be transferred to others?
Yes, Hyatt rewards can be transferred to any other member once every 30 days by using the form found here.
Do you still receive elite benefits when booking through a third party?
No, Hyatt does not guarantee elite benefits when you book through a third party. This applies to sites like Expedia and Hotels.com.
How do I find my World of Hyatt membership number?
You can find your World of Hyatt number in email communications from Hyatt regarding your account. You also can find it by logging into hyatt.com with your username and password and clicking on your name in the upper right-hand corner to expand the menu.
How do I contact World of Hyatt?
You can contact World of Hyatt by phone or email based on your region:
- United States & Canada: 1-888-344-9288 / worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- Europe: 00800 1234 1234 / europe.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- India: 000 800 050 1234 / india.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- Japan: 0120829723 / japan.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- Korea: 001 800 7070 1234 / sea.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- Pacific: 1300 553 133 / pacific.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- People's Republic of China: 400 839 1234 / china.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- Singapore: 001 800 7070 1234 / sea.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
- Southeast Asia: 800 7070 1234 / sea.worldofhyatt@hyatt.com
For rates and fees of the cards mentioned in this post, please visit the following links: The World of Hyatt Credit Card (Rates & Fees), World of Hyatt Business Credit Card (Rates & Fees), and Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (Rates & Fees)
The comments on this page are not provided, reviewed, or otherwise approved by the bank advertiser. It is not the bank advertiser's responsibility to ensure all posts and/or questions are answered.
